Direct Support Professional II

Overview

Direct Support Professional II

Pay: $20.50-$24.50/awake hours (see below for range details) ; $17.50/asleep hours

Be the Difference in Someone’s Everyday Life

Looking for a role where your work truly matters—every single day? As a Direct Support Professional II , you’ll do more than provide care—you’ll empower individuals to live meaningful, independent lives in their communities.

At Seven Hills Community Services, we believe the people we support should have choice, voice, and control over their lives—and you’ll play a key role in making that happen.

Starting pay is $20.50/hour , with additional differentials based on location and qualifications. Cape-based programs offer a $1/hour differential . Martha’s Vineyard programs offer a $4/hour differential , except the Franklin Street program, which offers $3/hour . An additional $1/hour differential is available for employees with active MAP certification, except at non–Franklin Street programs on Martha’s Vineyard.

All asleep hours are paid at a flat rate of $17.50/hour .

Benefits for Full-time employees:  

• Health Insurance: Offered through  Blue Cross Blue Shield , with generous company contribution.
• Enhanced Retirement Plan:  25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure. 
• Student Loan Assistance:  Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
• Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
• Tuition  Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
• Home Mortgage Initiative:  Favorable down payment (3-5%) , reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!

Work-Life Balance:

• Generous Accrued  Paid Vacation:  3 weeks in your first year!
• Vacation  Cash-Out  Option
• 3  Paid Personal Days
• 11  Paid Holidays 
• Accrued  Paid Sick Time

Benefits for Part-time Employees:

• Accrued Paid Sick Time
• Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)
• Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!
• Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)

Why You’ll Love This Role

This is more than a caregiving job—it’s a chance to empower, advocate, and lead . You’ll help individuals achieve personal goals, build independence, and experience meaningful community connections.

You’ll also be part of a supportive, mission-driven team where your voice matters, your growth is encouraged, and your work has real impact.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re compassionate, dependable, and ready to step into a leadership-focused direct support role, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help create opportunities, independence, and brighter futures—one person at a time.

You can also see an overview of the amazing work our organization does with this video: 

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support and care to individuals in a residential setting.
• Help individuals build independence by teaching life skills at home and in the community.
• Follow and implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Behavior Support Plans.
• Assist with personal care, medication administration , and health-related needs.
• Support individuals in community activities, relationships, and social connections .
• Accompany individuals to appointments and ensure overall health and well-being .
• Maintain accurate documentation and data collection to track progress and outcomes.
• Take a leadership role by training and mentoring other staff .
• Assist with budgeting, shopping, and managing personal funds.
• Build strong, positive relationships with families, guardians, and team members .
• Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming home environment .
• Ability to support individuals with daily living activities
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to treating all individuals with dignity and respect

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or HiSET required.
• Active MAP (Medication Administration Program) certification (or obtained within 6 months of hire, training provided)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation